What was Lap?rouse's first name?
What was Lap?rouse's first name? Jean-Fran?ois de Galaup was born near Albi, France. His family was ennobled in 1558. Lap?rouse studied in a Jesuit college, and joined the Navy as a Garde-Marine in Brest on 19 November 1756.
What was Bare Island used for?
The fort was built in the early 1880s to protect Sydney's back door. It was in operation until 1908, after which time it became Australia's first war veterans' home.
When did the French arrive in Australia?
Two French ships commanded by Jean-Francois de Galaup, Comte de la Perouse, arrived on 24 January 1788, as the First Fleet was setting sail for Port Jackson.
What is an interesting fact about La Perouse Explorer?
Jean-François de Galaup, Count of La Pérouse, was a naval officer who first distinguished himself in action against England and during the American War of Independence in 1778. His bravery caught the attention of Louis XVI, who commissioned him in 1785 to lead a voyage of scientific discovery around the globe.